Mangyan literacy program in Oriental Mindoro wins 2026 Galing Pook Award

Inquirer.net - Oct 22, 2026

CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — The Zero Illiteracy and Innumeracy Program for Mangyan communities in Oriental Mindoro was among 10 local governance initiatives recognized by the 2026 Galing Pook Awards, which honor innovative programs that improve lives in local communities. The recognition puts a spotlight on Oriental Mindoro’s efforts to expand educational opportunities for Mangyan

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